Senior Hydrogeologist

This role is available across various locations, providing flexibility in your working environment.

Are you equipped with the ambition, enthusiasm, and technical expertise to excel as a senior or principal hydrogeologist in the water resources sector? We are in search of a professional to spearhead initiatives within our groundwater resources team, part of our esteemed Water Management Consultancy.

This is a remarkable opportunity for a seasoned professional eager to advance their career in a crucial industry with a globally recognized firm.

Our esteemed Water Management Consultancy team has been leading the way in addressing the challenges of ensuring resilient and sustainable water supplies for the future. Our projects encompass groundwater resource evaluation, development, management, and environmental impact assessments.

We are expanding our team to deliver a broader array of exciting projects for water companies, significant water users, and regulatory bodies.

In this pivotal role, you will contribute to the growth of our business by both securing and executing projects across our extensive client base, thereby enhancing our reputation for technical excellence.

As a knowledgeable hydrogeologist, you will have experience in delivering groundwater projects both domestically and internationally.

You will collaborate closely with our technical experts located in various established teams.

AtkinsRéalis is among the world's most esteemed design, engineering, and project management consultancies, employing over 35,000 professionals globally. We offer more than just employment; we provide a chance to make a meaningful impact and shape a sustainable future.

As part of our Environment practice, the Water Management Consultancy operates at the intersection of society and the water environment, addressing issues related to water, its ecosystems, and future changes.

We bring together a unique mix of skills across various technical domains, supported by a diverse team of passionate, intelligent, and innovative professionals.

We thrive on collaboration, delivering projects that create tangible change and positively impact the environment and society.

We are committed to ensuring our staff can develop their careers while engaging in the most interesting and innovative projects.

As part of a well-established and successful team, you will collaborate with our technical leaders to secure, manage, and deliver our portfolio of groundwater projects while fostering trusted client relationships.

You will uphold high performance standards and influence project development.

As an experienced hydrogeologist, you will conduct your work to an exceptional standard, leading projects and proposals as necessary, and defining and delivering outputs for a variety of projects, including complex problem-solving.

Teamwork is essential to our success, and you will work closely with the groundwater resources team, mentoring and supporting junior staff.

In addition to hydrogeological assessments, you will engage more broadly with the Water Management Consultancy team, delivering a range of projects related to water supply, strategic planning, resource optimization, and environmental assessments.

With a degree in science, engineering, or mathematics and a postgraduate qualification in hydrogeology or a related field, you are likely to be chartered through a relevant professional body.

You will possess substantial demonstrable experience as a hydrogeologist in consultancy, water companies, regulatory bodies, or academia.

Your expertise will encompass water resources hydrogeology and hydrology, including WINEP investigations, signal and pumping tests, borehole design, groundwater flooding, or water resource planning.

A solid understanding of UK hydrogeology and the environmental and regulatory framework governing UK water management is essential.

You will have experience leading projects through the entire project lifecycle, from problem definition to data collection, analysis, interpretation, and the formulation of clear conclusions and recommendations.

We encourage innovative thinking and the development of new approaches.

You will be highly motivated, proactive, and possess excellent numerical, analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills, with a keen eye for detail.

Enjoyment in solving challenging water resource issues within a high-achieving team environment is essential.

Your ability to communicate effectively at all levels will facilitate collaborative work and the establishment of high-quality client relationships.

A valid full UK driving license is required.

This role offers flexibility in working locations.

AtkinsRéalis is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, where everyone can thrive and develop. We offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from various backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.